Breastfeeding is a personal and crucial aspect of motherhood. Yes, it’s a choice but an important one at that. Studies show that breastfeeding is beneficial for both, the mother and baby. While it helps build the baby’s immunity, it also creates a unique bonding experience for the mother, reduces stress levels, and improves overall well-being. World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated from August 1st to August 7th every year to spread awareness and importance of how essential breastfeeding is for mothers and babies, especially for the first six months after birth. It’s high time we normalize breastfeeding, and what better way to do that than with your favorite celebrities. Today, we bring to you some of our brilliant celeb moms who taught us that it’s okay to choose to breastfeed:
1. Lisa Haydon
Actress and model Lisa Haydon recently became a mother of a beautiful little girl. After having two sons, the mother of three was thrilled to welcome a baby girl into her life. To commemorate World Breastfeeding Week, the actress took to Instagram to share her thoughts and breastfeeding journey. She said that it played a huge part in getting back in shape after her delivery. The actress also stated that it was challenging and time-consuming, but the experience helped her bond and connect with her baby on a different level.
2. Celina Jaitly
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Former Miss India, Celina Jaitly, recently took to Instagram to share her thoughts on how she was trolled. The actress said that she thought she was sharing one of the most blessed moments of her life, but the response she received on social media was outright disappointing. She was trolled for “child neglect” and having an “impossible body”. Celina said that she never understood why she was trolled. She stated that a mother is constantly judged without a break. “If you are overweight, they troll you, if you look great, they troll you”, said the actress. Celina also said that trolls on social media termed her as a parent who neglects their child just because her baby was freely kicking about.
3. Neha Dhupia
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Former model and actress who predominantly works in Bollywood has also worked in regional languages like Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, and Panjabi. Recently, she spoke up about normalizing breastfeeding. The Olympics allowed breastfeeding athletes to bring their babies to the games after being appealed by tons of mommy athletes. They said that it was unfair that they had to choose between being a mother and their career. Neha took to Instagram to share this news and show her support.
4. Gisele Bundchen
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Brazilian model, activist, and businesswoman, Gisele Bundchen, is one of the highest-paid models in the world. She shared her breastfeeding story on Instagram, and it is too sweet to miss. Gisele stated that the feeling of connection you get while breastfeeding is unparalleled. The model also said that the way her babies look at her while breastfeeding is one of the most memorable moments she has shared with them.
5. Kate Upton
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American model and actress Kate Upton is no stranger to fame. She shared a picture of herself breastfeeding her baby and stated that it’s essential to enjoy each and every moment with your baby. She also spoke about the importance of a growing family, allowing your body to heal at its own pace, and spending quality time with family. Kate Upton was the cover model of a popular magazine for three years, namely 2012, 2013, and 2017. In 2018, Kate and her husband Justin Verlander welcomed their little angel Genevieve.
There you have it! Celeb moms who are strong advocates of breastfeeding and have not been shy to share their breastfeeding experiences with the world. Breastfeeding is a normal activity that happens after childbirth. In simple words, it’s your baby having lunch. Therefore, let’s hope that it is normalized and women don’t have to choose between feeding their baby and working. We would love to hear your thoughts on this! Share them with us in the comments below.
